We often hear the term ‘superfood’ and think that it is expensive, hard to pronounce and hard to find. For something like a goji berry, it might be the truth. There are, however, a lot of superfoods that you should be eating every day. They are superfoods because they are packed with vitamins and minerals. So many great nutrients for your body that will help to keep you healthy. There are plenty of these superfoods that are easy to find at a local market or your normal food store. Don’t know what these everyday superfoods are? Read on.
Berries
Whether they are strawberries, blueberries or raspberries, they are all full of fiber. They are full of goodness, and it is perfect that they are just coming into season. So they should be easy to find and at a good price too. The fiber from berries helps you to lose weight as well as helping digestion. Fiber is essential for a healthy diet and body.
Leafy Vegetables
Leafy vegetables, like spinach, lettuce, and kale, are so important to include in your diet. They are full of iron which is essential for feeling energized. These vegetables are also a great source of folate. So it is perfect for pregnant women or those that would like to be pregnant, rather than them taking a folic acid supplement. Leafy vegetables can absorb pesticides easily, so it is a good option to look for organic options. Then you will get maximum nutrients without any added junk. Boggiatto Produce has more information on leafy vegetables if you want to read a little more.
Broccoli
These are full of vitamins. It has vitamin k which is great for healthy bone growth and development. You normally think of citrus fruits being high in vitamin c, but broccoli is packed full of it. So they are perfect to help you fight off things like the common cold.
Oranges
As well as broccoli, oranges are packed full of vitamin c too. This helps to fight off infections or illnesses by aiding the white blood cells in your body. It helps them to grow and to fight off infections. In a glass of orange juice, it can contain all of the vitamin c that you need for the day. So if you are feeling run down, it is the perfect drink to have. It has to be freshly squeezed juice, of course.
Nuts
Nuts are a great source of healthy fat in your diet. A lot of people are afraid of having fat in their diet, but it isn’t something to be scared of. The unsaturated fats that nuts have are great for your heart health. They are also great fro your brain function. Think of a nut like a walnut, and think about how it looks kind of like a brain. It is all related. Pretty amazing, right?
Do you have a favorite superfood that you like to have from this list? I hope you see that some of the best foods for you, are accessible and easy to include on a daily basis.